1978 Buick Century vs. 1981 Fiat Argenta
To start off, 1981 Fiat Argenta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Century (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Argenta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Argenta.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Argenta. (136 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Century | 1981 Fiat Argenta | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Century | Argenta |
Year Released | 1978 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3213 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |